Exploring Puritanism: Beliefs, History, and Governance Quiz

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1. What was The Great Awakening and what was its purpose?

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The Great Awakening was a historical religious movement in the early 18th century, focused on reviving Puritan beliefs and promoting a spiritual revival among the American colonists.

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Exploring Puritanism: Beliefs, History, And Governance Quiz - Quiz

Explore the rigorous beliefs and historical context of Puritanism, focusing on its influence in 16th and 17th century England. Understand their simple, biblically inspired lifestyle and their impact on modern practices through structured content designed to deepen your knowledge and appreciation of this Protestant movement.

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2. What were some characteristics of Puritans?

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Puritans were known for their strict religious beliefs, desire to purify the church, and belief in predestination. They were not known for tolerance of other religions, materialism, or support for centralized absolute government.

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3. Which of the following does NOT describe the Native American myths?

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Native American myths do not always have an animal as the main character, as they can also involve humans or other supernatural entities.

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4. What type of government did the Puritans set up?

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The Puritans established a theocratic form of government, where religious leaders had both spiritual and political power.

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What was The Great Awakening and what was its purpose?
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Which of the following does NOT describe the Native American myths?
What type of government did the Puritans set up?
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